I currently ride a wheelset with Shimano DuraAce hubs laced with 32 double-butted DT-Swiss spokes to Mavic Open Pro rims. I am thinking about a new wheelset, and I have decided to start my evaluation from the point of view of what I like and do not like about my current wheelset.
The Open Pro rims makes a funny noise, which I do not like while cruising on the road/trail. I like my rides so quiet, that I sometimes get out of the house at 5:00 A.M. on weekends, just to get in about 2 or so hours of absolute quietness. It is almost zen-like, cruising along and "hearing" yourself think.
On the other hand, the DuraAce hubs roll ever so quietly. I really like that.
I am a Clydesdale at 220Ibs, with aspiration to get to about 200 or 190Ibs. I thus need strong wheels. I do okay with 32-spoked wheels, and thus won't consider 36 spokes.
My questions are these:
a) Can I go with Shimano Ultegra hubs over DuraAce, save some money, and still have my quietness?
b) Ultegra or DuraAce, which are preffered for strength, and why?
c) Rollability and servicability, Ultegra or DuraAce, and why?
d) I am looking at maybe the Velocity Deep V rims. Any other rim I should look at for stiffness, strength and, maybe lightness? Or am I dreaming, thinking lightness, stiffness and durability are all possible in a particular rim?
I am strictly a recreational/exercise rider? I do go out for 100miles at a time though. And oh, my bike is a 2007 Cannondale CAAD8 Optimo1.
Thanks for all responses.
Regards,
Super Rider
The Open Pro rims makes a funny noise, which I do not like while cruising on the road/trail. I like my rides so quiet, that I sometimes get out of the house at 5:00 A.M. on weekends, just to get in about 2 or so hours of absolute quietness. It is almost zen-like, cruising along and "hearing" yourself think.
On the other hand, the DuraAce hubs roll ever so quietly. I really like that.
I am a Clydesdale at 220Ibs, with aspiration to get to about 200 or 190Ibs. I thus need strong wheels. I do okay with 32-spoked wheels, and thus won't consider 36 spokes.
My questions are these:
a) Can I go with Shimano Ultegra hubs over DuraAce, save some money, and still have my quietness?
b) Ultegra or DuraAce, which are preffered for strength, and why?
c) Rollability and servicability, Ultegra or DuraAce, and why?
d) I am looking at maybe the Velocity Deep V rims. Any other rim I should look at for stiffness, strength and, maybe lightness? Or am I dreaming, thinking lightness, stiffness and durability are all possible in a particular rim?
I am strictly a recreational/exercise rider? I do go out for 100miles at a time though. And oh, my bike is a 2007 Cannondale CAAD8 Optimo1.
Thanks for all responses.
Regards,
Super Rider